Enhancing Food Appeal

The garnish is the finishing touch. It makes your dish look even more appetizing. Making food look as good as it tastes is easy if you add the right garnish. Learn these simple ways of garnishing to perk up your food plate. But remember:

Color and Texture

Pick a garnish that enhances the color and texture of the food it will accompany. For example, use a bright-colored garnish with light-colored foods, or accent soft-textured food with a crisp garnish.

Size

Size the garnish to the presentation: use large garnishes on platters, and small ones on plates. Here are some ideas for interesting -- and edible -- garnishes that are sure to liven-up the food presentation at your next party.